Y-Säätiö is Finland’s largest national non-profit landlord. We promote social justice by providing affordable rental housing. We are a public benefit and not-for-profit organisation. We own over 19 000 homes in nearly 60 locations.
Founded in 1985, Y-Säätiö was established in response to the urgent need for a sustainable and humane solution to homelessness — a need that remains just as relevant today. At the heart of its work is the Housing First principle: the belief that having a home is a fundamental right and the foundation of life — not a reward or an end goal.
Y-Säätiö provides rental homes for people in various life situations across Finland. Over 27,000 people live in its apartments, which are located in more than 60 municipalities. For Y-Säätiö, sustainability means not only social justice, but also climate action, economic stability, and collaboration.
Y-Säätiö Group includes Y-Kodit, which offers housing for people in vulnerable groups and those who have experienced homelessness, and M2-Kodit, which provides affordable rental homes for everyone. Its services also include housing advice and activities that strengthen community.
We are bravely on the side of people even when others are not. We show direction, make decisions and implement our plans without prejudice.
We do what we promise. Our residents can count on housing affordability, continuity and safety.
The starting point of our work is indivisible human dignity. We treat residents equally. We offer affordable rental apartments. The starting point of all our work is the Housing First principle.
We are the fourth largest landlord in Finland.
19 065 Apartments for rent.
27 237 Residents in our apartments.
193 Employees at Y-Säätiö.
58 Locations with our apartments available.
We don’t decide how anyone should live their life — everyone shapes their own path. Our mission is to ensure that everyone has a safe and secure home to build their life on. A home that makes a good life possible.
A home is not a symbol of success or a reward for the right choices. It’s not a privilege — it’s a human right. We stand firmly and boldly with each individual. So that everyone has a home.